Easter Break in Aruba: A Celebration of Togetherness by the Sea
Visiting Aruba during Easter break? You might notice something unexpected: tents, grills, and families setting up camp right on the beach.
For first-time guests, it might look a bit puzzling. Some even mistake it for homelessness. But don’t be alarmed! What you’re seeing is one of Aruba’s most beloved traditions: Easter break camping.
Every year during this holiday break, local families head to the coast, not for a day, but for several. They bring tents, tarps, hammocks, coolers, music, and most importantly, each other. This isn’t just a weekend getaway. It’s a deeply rooted cultural practice, all about celebrating life, community, and our island’s natural beauty.
What’s It All About?
Camping on the beach during Easter in Aruba is a time-honored tradition that brings generations together. Families and friends gather to relax, reconnect, and enjoy a slower rhythm of life under the sun and stars.
Here's what you'll see:
Volleyball games and other friendly competition on the sand.
Dominoes and card games, often played with laughter and storytelling in the mix.
Karaoke nights, where even the shyest family members might grab a mic.
Delicious meals cooked and shared—BBQs, and local favorites passed around like precious treasure.
Swimming, music, and dancing, from sunrise to well after sunset.
It’s not about luxury or extravagance. It’s about connection, with each other and with the land and sea that have sustained the people of Aruba for generations.
A gentle reminder to our guests
If you’re a guest during this time, consider it a special invitation to witness something truly authentic. This isn’t a display or a show. It’s real life. It’s love. It’s culture in motion.
We invite you to see with open eyes and an open heart. Ask questions, be curious, and above all—be respectful. These beach camps aren’t just weekend fun. They’re sacred moments of joy and bonding for Aruban families.
And who knows? You might get offered a plate of food or a spot in a domino game.
Aruba is our home, and we’re happy to share it
As locals, we welcome guests to enjoy Aruba’s natural beauty too. But during Easter, when the beaches become temporary homes for many, remember that you’re witnessing something special. It's not a party, it’s a living tradition.
So this Easter, if you're on the island, take a walk along the coast and soak in the laughter, the music, the smell of grilled food, and the sound of waves mixing with the joy of people just being together.
That’s Aruba. That’s Easter. And that’s the heart of our island.
